Tag: Isabela
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Minor Cracks in Negros Occidental: Schools, Churches Affected by 6.9 Tremor
Overview: Aftermath of a 6.9 Magnitude Earthquake A powerful magnitude-6.9 earthquake rattled Negros Island, prompting rapid assessments of public buildings and places of worship. Local authorities reported only minor structural cracking in several facilities, with no casualties recorded so far. The response focus has shifted to safety checks, ongoing operations, and clear communication with residents…
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Philippines Puts Cash Aid for 1 Million Rice Farmers in 2026 Budget
Overview: Targeted relief for rice farmers In a move officials say could reshape how the government supports the agricultural sector, Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III announced that about one million rice farmers are set to receive a cash aid of P7,000 each under the proposed P6.7 trillion budget for 2026. The pledge was made during…
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PAGASA Bulletin No. 4: Tropical Storm Paolo — Impacts and Forecast
PAGASA raises Paolo to Tropical Storm: What this advisory means The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) issued Tropical Cyclone Bulletin No. 4 for Tropical Storm Paolo at 5:00 AM on 02 October 2025. The bulletin, valid for broadcast until the next advisory at 11:00 AM, confirms Paolo’s intensification into a tropical storm…
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Dy Returns to Isabela as House Speaker, Addresses Farmers’ Concerns
Dy Returns to Isabela as House Speaker, Engaging Farmers in Cauayan House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III made a strategic stop in Isabela last Saturday, returning to his home province for a pivotal dialogue with the rural sector. Held at the Isabela Convention Center (ICON) in Cauayan City on September 27, the meeting gathered a…
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Dy Returns to Isabela as House Speaker, Responds to Farmers’ Concerns
Dy Returns to Isabela as House Speaker, Engages Farmers Isabela — In a move that surprised many in the province, House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III returned to his home turf in Cauayan City for a strategic dialogue with farmers at the Isabela Convention Center (ICON) on Sept. 27. The gathering brought together provincial agriculturists,…
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Delivery Rider Arrested for Rape in Ilagan City
Introduction In a disturbing incident that has shocked the community, a delivery rider in Ilagan City, Isabela, was apprehended on allegations of raping his daughter. The suspect, identified as 39-year-old Robbie, is now facing serious charges that have raised questions about safety and protection within families. Details of the Case The investigation into this tragic…